Sexual Health
Changes in desire, arousal, orgasm or sexual comfort shouldn’t be swept under the rug. Hormones, medications, nutrient status, stress, sleep, pelvic health, vaginal ecology and the nervous system can all influence how you experience sex and how connected you feel to your body.
When things feel “different”
Sexual health care may be appropriate if you are experiencing:
Low or absent sexual desire
Difficulty becoming or remaining aroused
Changes in orgasm or reduced sensation
Painful or uncomfortable sex
Vaginal dryness, irritation or changes in comfort
Recurrent BV, thrust or urinary symptoms
HPV or cervical health concerns
Changes following pregnancy or childbirth
Sexual changes during perimenopause or menopause
Disconnection from your body or sexuality
Sexual side effects associated with medications
Stress, exhaustion or nervous-system dysregulation affecting intimacy
Looking beyond libido
Sexual health care may involve assessment of sex hormones, thyroid function, nutrient status, metabolic health, stress physiology, medication history, menstrual patterns and vaginal health.
We also consider the circumstances in which your symptoms are occurring. Sleep deprivation, chronic stress, relationship dynamics, body image, previous experiences, caregiving and feeling disconnected from yourself can all shape sexual wellbeing.
A considered whole-body approach may include:
Comprehensive health and sexual history
Blood pathology review
Hormonal and nutritional assessment
Vaginal microbiome testing where clinically appropriate
Individualised herbal and nutritional medicine
Lifestyle and nervous-system support
Education around desire, arousal and sexual response
Gentle body-awareness and behavioural practices
Collaboration with your GP, gynaecologist, pelvic health physiotherapist or other practitioners when required